The (Fairly) New Music I’m Listening To In Solidarity On This Special Monday, June 26, 2023:

This past weekend was the Glastonbury Music Festival; an experience I’ve yet to experience in person, but it is in my Bucket List. I’ve been able to see clips from the shows, to feel the experience.

Blondie – Atomic (Glastonbury 2023)

Billy Nomates is the recording name for UK Artist Tor Maries. In the last few years she has made a name for herself and has released her third album in January, CACTI. Her performance on the Park Stage last Friday afternoon should have been a career highlight for the 33 year-old Artist. The crowd seems to be enjoying themselves, and Tor thought the set went great. However, all the comments online on BBC.co.uk were vicious. Not once have I seen an artist perform with backing tracks and be inspired to become a keyboard warrior and spout sexist garbage. Sounds like childish nonsense. But after all the online hate, she’s canceling shows and asking that the show be taken offline.

Billy Nomates – blue bones (deathwish) (Glastonbury 2023)

This experience compelled me to go back and listen to the new album. I’m glad I did. Cacti is adventurous Bedroom Pop Music with thoughtful lyrics. Fans of Billie Eilish, Lorde, and Snail Mail will enjoy this. And if you’re a sexist pig, do us all a favour; stay off the internet.

Billy Nomates – CACTI

Talk to you again soon! Be kind to each other!